The phrase "title protagonists" refers to the main characters or individuals who play a central role in a story or competition. They are usually the ones vying for a particular title, such as a championship or a leadership role. Full definition
At this rate, if they continue in their current vein of form, they're going to leave themselves with an uphill task especially as next month they come face - to - face with title protagonists Chelsea and Manchester City. (football-bookmakers.com)
With a few laps to go Andrea Dovizioso made a break for it with Marc Marquez in hot pursuit, the two title protagonists from last year carrying on as if the winter break never happened. (wtf1.com)
And so it all ended in Abu Dhabi, with four cars chasing each other hard for the victory and the two title protagonists battling it out for the title. (wtf1.com)